What is Francis Leon's full name?
Francis Patrick Glassey
Francis Leon date of birth:
November 21, 1844
How old was Francis Leon when died?
38
When did Francis Leon die?
1883
What is Francis Leon nationality?
American
What is Francis Leon's occupation?
Minstrel and drag performer
Short Biography
Francis Leon (born Francis Patrick Glassey; 21 Nov 1844 – after 1883) was a blackface minstrel performer best known for his work as a female impersonator. He was largely responsible for making the prima donna a fixture of blackface minstrelsy.